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Master of Architecture in Post-professional MS
University of Illinois Chicago
- Chicago, United States
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
Post-professional master's programme in architecture built around research studios.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically analyse concepts and evidence relevant to Architecture in Post-professional MS
- Apply advanced subject knowledge to specialist academic or professional questions
- Relevant syllabus content includes: required work includes a topic studio
- Research seminar and research studio
- Architectural theory and history III
- And courses in architectural technology
Career outcomes
- Potential pathways: Design assistant
- Planning support roles
- Built-environment research
- Further professional study. Some roles require additional qualifications or professional registration.
Curriculum
- 32 semester hours of coursework only
- At least 24 at the 500 level
- Required work includes a topic studio
- Research seminar and research studio
- Architectural theory and history III
- And courses in architectural technology
- a satisfactory portfolio review in spring is a degree requirement
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Graduate College minimum 2.75/4.00 on the last 60 hours (programmes may set higher)
- Programme materials
- English proof (IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 80
- PTE 54 or Duolingo 130) unless the programme sets higher.
Minimum GPA
3
Accepted academic background
Bachelor degree (or comparable degree from a recognised institution abroad) by the start of the term, Some programmes require a master or professional degree, Programme-required materials (GRE/GMAT, Statement, Letters)
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 80
- PTE Academic 54
- Duolingo 130
Other requirements
- Portfolio required
Documents you’ll need
- University Transcripts
- Degree Certificates
- Portfolio
How to apply
- Pick a programme and check its deadline in the Graduate College search tool. Fall 2027
- Spring 2028 and Summer 2028 applications opened 1 August 2026. Apply online and pay 180 USD (80 USD application plus 100 USD international credential evaluation). Upload transcripts
- English test scores (TOEFL iBT 80
- The applicable IELTS score
- PTE 54 or Duolingo 130 unless the programme asks more) and programme materials such as statement
- Letters and GRE/GMAT. After admission
- Receive the I-20 and apply for the F-1 visa with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $38,568 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $180 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Chicago |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Architecture, Design, And the Arts |
| Department | Architecture |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 32 |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Eligible currently enrolled full-time international students at UIC may apply for the Laurette Kirstein Scholarship after completing at least one semester at UIC and achieving a UIC GPA of 3.5 or higher. This award is not an automatic incoming admission scholarship. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
Tuition is $38,568 USD per year. The application fee is $180 USD. The estimated living cost is $27,695 USD.
The minimum GPA is 3. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80, PTE Academic 54, Duolingo 130. A portfolio is required.